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Andreas Vollenweider: Biography, Facts and Career

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Andreas Vollenweider (born 4 October 1953) is a Swiss harpist. He is generally categorised as a new-age musician and uses a modified electroacoustic harp of his own design. He has worked with Bobby McFerrin, Carly Simon, Luciano Pavarotti and in 1987 received a Grammy Award for the album Down to the Moon. Vollenweider's style has been described by The New York Times as "swirling atmospheric music, which evokes nature, magic and fairy tales".

Quick facts about Andreas Vollenweider

  • Full name: Andreas Vollenweider
  • Born: 1953-10-04
  • Nationality: Switzerland
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q458828

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Who is Andreas Vollenweider?

Andreas Vollenweider (born 4 October 1953) is a Swiss harpist.

What nationality is Andreas Vollenweider?

Andreas Vollenweider is Switzerland.

When was Andreas Vollenweider born?

Andreas Vollenweider was born on 1953-10-04.

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